Once again, I found myself tumbling into a curious reading theme in July. This time many of the books I picked up had troublesome buildings playing a key role in the story. From the possessed printing office of The Stranger Times to the dark demons haunting Gil's All-Fright Diner to the tragic event outside The Dakota in The Final Days … Continue reading July’s Reading Round-up: Location, Location, Location
“Did You Get the Email!?”
Hello Bloglandia! Bit of an odd (in a weird way) title there, but it was also an odd (in a funny way) phone call when that line was spoken. A little background about parental support regarding my creative endeavors first. My mom has always been super supportive of my writing without being shy to say, … Continue reading “Did You Get the Email!?”
Oh No! I’ve Become a Pantser.
Hello Bloglandia! How's your June going? Any plans for summer (or for winter, if you're on the upside-down part of the globe)? My June, so far, has been going swimmingly...and not just because we FINALLY got some rain here in Portland. See, I kind of, sort of wrote a book. Okay, a first draft of … Continue reading Oh No! I’ve Become a Pantser.
Take That, Neil! (May’s Writing Round-up)
Hello Bloglandia! Egad! I blinked and May disappeared. Anyone else experience this blinky-time warp phenomenon? I guess that means I need to make the most of June...or just never blink again. I better put in an order for a case of eye drops. Anyway...if you're not in the mood for reading today, you'll get a … Continue reading Take That, Neil! (May’s Writing Round-up)
Bribes, Bananas, and a Book Release Party (with Video)
Hello Cassie Black Fans of Bloglandia! Okay, I lied. There's no bananas in this email. I just couldn't resist the alliteration. But there is a bribe and it really is another release day. And I promise this will be the last one for a little while because this release brings the exciting conclusion of the … Continue reading Bribes, Bananas, and a Book Release Party (with Video)
The Uncanny Raven Winston Book Release Party, Part Two (with Video!)
Hello Bloglandia! I told you I'd be back! And this time I bring videos...you have been warned. Now, if you happened to miss the excitement yesterday, you can either pop back over there, or I can just sum it up by telling you I'm celebrating the launch of my latest book, The Uncanny Raven Winston...which … Continue reading The Uncanny Raven Winston Book Release Party, Part Two (with Video!)
The Uncanny Raven Winston Takes Flight (New Book Release Party)
Hello Book Lovers of Bloglandia! That's right, The Uncanny Raven Winston has flown the coop and is now landing on the shelves of book retailers around the globe. Talk about your long-haul flights! Even though it seems like we just did this, let's crack open another bottle of champagne, raise our glasses, and offer up … Continue reading The Uncanny Raven Winston Takes Flight (New Book Release Party)
Getting Lucky in Ireland
Dia dhuit Bloglandia! As you can tell from that Irish hello (I couldn't find the Irish word for Bloglandia, but I'm sure it involves an unfathomable combination of consonants), I'm celebrating St. Patrick's Day on the blog. And most of that celebrating involves sharing a few things with you to check out, because really, there's … Continue reading Getting Lucky in Ireland
Resources for Writers: Newsletter Ninja
Hello Writers of Bloglandia! It's time for another installment of the feature where I look at tools, tomes, and tips that might or might not help you along your author journey. If you missed how this feature started or want to check out the other resources I've covered so far, just click that link thingie … Continue reading Resources for Writers: Newsletter Ninja
